New Perodua Myvi G4 concept by Saharudin Design
MIMOS design head Saharudin Busri is back with another 3D rendering of what he imagines the next-generation Perodua Myvi could look like. His latest creation is an alternative to another Myvi G4 …
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Mercedes-Benz EQS local assembly has started in Malaysia – CKD EQS500 4Matic to be launched soon?
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) previously confirmed that locally-assembled (CKD) EQ models are on the way, and it appears the EQS is the first model from the German brand’s electric vehicle (EV) range to …
Toyota bZ4X sighted in Malaysia – EV crossover with 71.4 kWh battery and up to 500 km range coming soon
Last December, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) revealed during a media event that the Toyota bZ4X would be launched in Malaysia in 2023. At the time, company did not reveal when the all-electric …
UMW Toyota Motor considering Lexus RZ for Malaysia – EV SUV with 71.4 kWh battery, up to 450 km range
While hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) are deemed as more appropriate for Malaysia by UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT), the company is also focused on bringing in battery electric vehicles (BEVs), keeping in line …
More EV incentives to be included in revised Budget 2023, says Nik Nazmi – tabling to happen on Feb 24
During the tabling of Budget 2023 (Bajet 2023) last year, it was announced that fully-imported (CBU) electric vehicles (EVs) would be exempt from import and excise duties until December 31, 2024. This …
2023 Proton X70 review in Malaysia – new 1.5L turbo three-cylinder engine better than the 1.8L turbo 4-pot?
https://youtu.be/7BtlnmkDmIE The Proton X70 MC was launched in June last year, with the biggest change to the popular SUV being the adoption of a 1.5 litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine to replace the …
Toyota says hybrid is still the most suitable electrified technology for Malaysia – Innova HEV coming in 2023?
In its pursuit of carbon neutrality, Toyota has taken a multi-technology approach to support widely varying customer needs and market conditions around the world. While the Japanese carmaker has taken its first …
Toyota Malaysia 2023 price list – Corolla Cross, Hilux, Fortuner up by up to RM5k; Alphard, Vellfire removed
After updating the prices of the Toyota Corolla and Camry in Malaysia, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has now done the same for other models in its line-up. One of those models is …
Singaporeans shake car vigorously to get more petrol into the tank – this may cause more harm than good
It is no secret that Singaporeans pay less for fuel in Malaysia after factoring in the foreign exchange rate. For this group of individuals (possibly a family), getting as much of that …
Jalan Batang Kali-Genting Highlands route to reopen on Jan 6 – single lane; workers, light vehicles only
The public works department (JKR) has announced state road B66, which is Jalan Batang Kali-Genting Highlands, will be reopened on January 6, 2023 at 5pm after being closed since December 16, 2022. …
Go To-U EV Lifestyle Hub launched in RekaScape – 60 kW DC chargers; Cyberview signs MoU with REISB
Cyberview and Roda Emas Industries (REISB) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the development of a smart mobility ecosystem in Cyberjaya, with a particular focus on enhancing charging infrastructure for …
Volkswagen ID.7 debuts with trippy camo at CES – EV sedan with 700 km of range; launch in Q2 this year
Volkswagen’s next entry in its ID. range of electric vehicles will be the ID.7, which has been revealed prior to the start of this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. …
Proton sold 5,406 units in export markets in 2022 – up 79.1%; leading exporter among car brands in Malaysia
Proton’s export sales grew by 79.1% last year compared to 2021, the carmaker said in its latest release that also touched upon its domestic sales performance. According to the company, 5,406 Proton …
Proton X50, X70 and Exora top segment sales in 2022 – Saga, Persona also strong, but Iriz sales down vs 2021
In addition to announcing its sales tally for 2022, Proton also revealed that three of its models were segment leaders last year, adding that five out of the six models in the …
Toyota Corolla prices up by RM4k in Malaysia – now starting fr RM135k; Camry up RM10k, now fr RM220k
UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has revised the prices of the Toyota Corolla and Camry in Malaysia effective January 3, 2023. Starting with the Corolla, both variants of the C-segment sedan cost RM4,000 …
Spectator hit and killed after race car goes off track at Dato’ Sagor Circuit – state government to investigate
A spectator was killed when a car hit him at the Dato’ Sagor Circuit in Pasir Salak, Perak on New Year’s Eve 2022 during the CCT Battle of Champion race, with footage …
Lorry drives against the flow of traffic on Linkedua and crashes into two cars – arrested driver was drunk
A 41-year-old lorry driver has been arrested after driving against the flow of traffic at KM5.5 of the Linkedua Expressway and crashing into two vehicles at around 4.30pm yesterday (January 3, 2023). …
Daihatsu patent images filed in Indonesia show Toyota Vios twin – to be the next Perodua sedan in Malaysia?
Daihatsu has filed patent images of an unnamed sedan with Indonesia’s Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP), which is under the purview of the country’s ministry of law and human rights. According …
BMW Malaysia issues new price list for 2023 – up to RM24k more; 218i up RM7k, 5 Series RM8k, iX RM24k
BMW Malaysia has updated the pricing of its models for 2023 on its online configurator, with multiple increases of varying amounts. For now, we only have on-the-road figures with the extended warranty …
MINI Malaysia updates price list for 2023 – Cooper SE EV up by RM7.9k, all JCW models pricier by RM130
MINI Malaysia has updated its price list for 2023, with increases across all models to varying degrees. Based on our calculations, the price changes vary between 0.03% and 4.25% northbound. Starting with …
